President Obama’s latest act of political trickery, gaining the release of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl by exchanging five Taliban terrorists, is one for which he should forever hang his head in shame.

Since the beginning of the 20th century, the United States has, in world wars and major armed conflicts, lost in excess of 430,000 brave soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines. I can assure you that none of these individuals wanted to be where they were at the time they paid the ultimate sacrifice; but they did their duty and thanks to them this country is what it is today.

Mr. President, when you’re at Normandy this Friday, look out over those green fields covered with crosses, Stars of David and other religious symbols; and apologize to our brave dead in a real loud voice so they can hear you. And begin to pay back the debt you owe by allowing the Army to fully investigate Bergdahl’s actions. And if the evidence indicates, bring him to trial under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Bill O’Connell, Highlands Ranch

This letter was published in the June 4 edition.

It is curious that Sen. John McCain and other Republicans are critical of the negotiated release of Taliban-held prisoner Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl. Would they be so inclined if Sgt. Bergdahl were one of their sons? Or perhaps they simply see this release as another opportunity to criticize President Obama. Their memories are short. Had not former President George W. Bush gotten the U.S. mired in one of the longest wars in our history, no American soldiers would have died in Afghanistan and Sgt. Bergdahl would not be scapegoated for his actions.

Ralph Roberts, Littleton

This letter was published in the June 4 edition.

Is Barack Obama our president? Just who is he serving? Trading five Taliban officials for a G.I. deserter? I hope the people of the United States can see through this imposter president we have. How many Americans will these five Taliban kill?

As a life-long military man, I am truly ashamed of our supposedly American president. Wake up, America, and see what is going on and demand answers.

Patrick Cipolla, Loveland

This letter was published online only.

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